Toy Click Contest – toy photography contest in TOYCON Nexus

Toy Click Contest
THEME: TOYCLICK NEXUS
Toy photography featuring dioramas or posed scenes where different toy brands collide, cross over, interact, or collaborate.
SAMPLE:
Toy Brand: Hasbro and Storm Arena

Sample Concepts:
- Hasbro and Storm Arena
- Hasbro and Bandai (e.g., Transformers by Hasbro crossing over with Gundam by Bandai)
- Funko Pop! and Minix figures (e.g., Superman Funko Pop interacting with Superman Minix)
- LEGO and Mattel (e.g., LEGO figures interacting with dolls by Mattel)
- Marvel vs. Capcom-inspired scenes
Requirement:
A minimum of two different toy brands must be represented in each photo entry.
The competition is open to all!
Create a photo diorama using any toys, dolls, or action figures you own.
- Each participant may submit only one entry.
- Entries may be captured using digital or film cameras.
- Photos may be in color or black and white.
- Graphics, logos, digital art backgrounds, and text overlays are allowed.
Print Requirements:
- Print your photo on photo paper and mount it on a black illustration board.
- Accepted photo sizes: 8 x 11 inches or 9 x 12 inches.
- Include a 2 x 5.5-inch label printed on white paper and placed below the photo.
The label must include:
- Title of the Photo
- Photo Credit
- Camera Model Used
Entries containing harmful or offensive material will be rejected by the organizers.
Submit your entry at the Gallery Area of ToyCon 2026 at the SMX Convention Center on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
CRITERIA FOR JUDGING:
- Creativity — 30%
- Storytelling — 20%
- Presentation — 20%
- Natural Effects — 20%
- Wow Factor — 10%
PRIZES: To Be Announced
REGISTRATION LINK:
https://bit.ly/TC2026GalleryContestReg
Disclaimer:
All participants are required to purchase a ticket to enter the venue.

